Monday, July 29, 2013

I was recently introduced to a new skincare line called evande. I was unfamiliar with this line until I was approached by the fabulous people at evande to try it and review it. The evande slogan "Feel the Natural Elegance" coincides with their use of natural ingredients such as passion fruit, aloe, lemon, almond, shea butter and fig in their products.

My overall impression of the results after using this system for two weeks is a noticeable improvement in my skin's texture and brightness. I am always trying to achieve that J Lo. glow without makeup. This has dramatically helped in that area. An individual product breakdown:

Cleanser: I was impressed with the hydrating nature of the cleanser. I usually rely on moisturizers and other products for the hydration factor, but the cleanser provides significant hydration. My only drawback in the cleanser is that I needed to use a separate cleanser around the eye area because the directions state to avoid the eyes.

Toner: I have not used an individual toner product in years, but wow, it really minimize the pores which I had recently started noticing. Yes, it is an extra step, but well worth the results.

Moisturizer: This product is the icing on the cake. The immediate and long lasting skin hydration and brightening effects are breathtaking. I'm feeling the J Lo. glow :)

Now for the giveaway...

I have teamed up with evande to give one (1) of my readers the exact same full size 3-piece set (6.8 iz each). Enter the rafflecopter giveaway below:

Sunday, July 21, 2013

Here in Houston we are "enjoying" (no) Thunderstorm Day 10 with limited outdoor activity, so we need some summer fashion inspiration! Here we go...a new round of summer style inspiration from the blogger world. Take a look and share your thoughts...

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

A confession: I am a Bebe girl! Soooo, I get excited when a new collection arrives. Sometimes Bebe gets a bad rap as a "clubbing" brand. Although there are many sexy, fitted pieces in the collections, many pieces are classy and work appropriate as well. Much of my work wardrobe consists of classic Bebe pieces, and I regularly receive compliments on my looks. The new collection is a little more summer sexy weekend and evening. Tribal prints and bright reds/yellows are key. Here is a preview of a couple of my favorite pieces from the new collection.

The collection will be available starting tomorrow, July 18th. Online ordering is available now.
Hope you are having a wonderful week!

Thursday, July 11, 2013

I recently read a blogging article about how to make your blog material timeless. While that is definitely an option, there is something to be said for creating a time capsule with your blog posts. I enjoy taking a look back at my blog's history and seeing the fashion highlights. It reminds me of poring over vintage fashion magazines and feeling that sense of nostalgia. Adding to my future fashion retrospective are these looks and likes that are of the moment.

Sunday, July 7, 2013

It's been awhile since I have published a fashion blogger style inspiration post. A few of my favorite bloggers have outdone themselves with an abundance of amazing summer looks. I am loving the mix of bright colors and neutrals this season...

Thursday, July 4, 2013

Whether you are spending the day at the beach, a picnic, or at evening fireworks, here are some inspirational looks to celebrate in style. Striped looks and red, white, and blue are summer fashion favorites for my international readers too :)